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family jewels

/ˈfæməli ˈdʒuːəlz/

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/ˈfæməli ˈdʒuːəlz/C1slang
  • ruНеформальное сленговое выражение, обозначающее самые ценные владения семьи, фамильные реликвии или секреты. В вульгарном сленге также может относиться к мужским половым органам.

An informal slang expression referring to a family's most valuable possessions, heirlooms, or secrets. In vulgar slang, it can also refer to male genitalia.

  1. Valuable heirloomsB1formal

    Precious items, such as jewelry or antiques, that are passed down through generations within a family.

    ruСемейные драгоценности

    • The family jewels were kept in a secure vault.
    • She inherited the family jewels from her grandmother.
    • The museum displayed a collection of historic family jewels.
  2. Male genitals (slang)C2slang

    A vulgar slang term for a man's testicles.

    ruМужские гениталии (сленг)

    • He got hit in the family jewels during the game.
    • The comedian made a crude joke about his family jewels.
    • Protect your family jewels when playing contact sports.